Yotel San Francisco: A modern base in the heart of the Californian city | Short & City breaks | Travel
From walking into the hotel, the entire process was sleek. Self check-in was available, however any questions could be answered by the 24 hour concierge.
I decided to check myself in and quickly picked up my key cards and headed to the room.
All the rooms are equipped with everything you might need during your visit. However I opted for one of the larger rooms available for my three-night stay.
Walking in, I was impressed with the modern decor and facilities including a moveable flat screen, mood lighting and a waterfall shower which included shower gels and shampoos.
Yotel focuses on compact rooms but that doesn’t mean they are lacking. There were sleek hidden USB plugs, a dressing table and even a small lounge area.
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What’s more, the central Union Street location offered incredible views of the city out of two large windows.
Facilities
While not all the rooms have a lounge area, visitors don’t need to look too far for some R & R. A large lounge area can be found on the first floor which includes sofas, desk space and – one of the highlights! – a free coffee machine. Choose from a range of luxury coffees, hot chocolate or from a range of teas.
There is also a microwave and fridge available making it easy to dine in.
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I made plans to visit the famous attractions as well as to take in the city.
Having not visited San Francisco before, I was unsure of the best location to pick but Yotel was central to everywhere I wanted to go.
It is a short walk from the famous Union Street which has a Westfield shopping centre and places to eat and drink.
Walk, drive (or tram!) further and you can end up at the San Francisco pier which has more places to enjoy a bite to eat or a relaxing drink by the water – you may even spot some seals!
This is also where you can catch a boat to visit Alcatraz – the former high-security prison which had some noteworthy residents – which is mostly preserved.
I also used San Francisco as a base to visit Yosemite. It was a long journey but you can get there and back in one day, or you can stay overnight.
I did the long journey in one day but still had a few hours to explore the national park and choose a route that stopped off a short walk back to the Yotel.
The doors lock automatically from the outside for extra security but you can get in with your key or with the help of the security on the door.
Rooms can be booked at Yotel.com. Rates start from $105 (around £85). Yotel has locations in cities worldwide.
